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Contemporary Approach to Mid-century Scandinavian

Year

2020

Location

Kolonaki, Athens

Status

Completed

Team

Louis Barault, Elisania Michalopoulou,

Stella Mitsogianni, Anastasios Stavropoulos

Photo credits: Yiorgis Yerolymbos

Barault architects introduce a fusion of Scandinavian design, contemporary materiality and texture palette in order to completely redefine the interiors of a flat located at the center of Athens. The intense focus in detailing and the bold choice of materials and textures become the cornerstone of the synthetic process. The neutral surface colours with the light oak flooring create the ideal background so the breathtaking views and the carefully selected signature furniture items become the calm protagonist of the scenery. The timeless austere aesthetic of Scandinavian design along with mid century modern items are enriched through the use of several materials such as walnut veneers, a collection of Greek marbles, and the selective use of colors in several elements such as radiators, tiling and woodwork finishes.

Custom made steel frame glass partitions separate the various living spaces. In the entrance hall, the Tinos marble flooring combined with the «L» shaped walnut false ceiling and the dominant steel frame pivot window, through a sharp contrast create an interesting welcoming ambience.
In the open-plan living area, the walnut reading nest by the large opening, the Mutto design sofa, as well as the two retro Easy chairs by Grete Jalk integrate into a relaxing whole. The iconic tulip table and the wishbone chairs lighted by the Modo chandelier define the dining zone.
In the study, the two long plywood bookcases provide ample of space for the couple’s passion for books. In the main bedroom, neutral tones and the absence of sharp contrasts provide an atmosphere of serenity to the couple. In the bathroom and the WC, Greek marble surfaces blend in with colorful wall tiling punctured by black fittings. While veneered elements provide a balancing warm tone. In the kitchen, Skyros marble surfaces mix and match with custom made olive green cabinets, walnut veneered open shelves and brass finishes.